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Produced from 1967 to 1980, the 55 series Toyota Land Cruiser can be described as a station wagon with off-road credentials. Originally equipped with a straight-six engine, this example is a little more modern thanks to an FJ100-sourced drivetrain and an FJ80-sourced chassis.
Serial number FJ55046688 belts out 228 horsepower and 302 pound-feet (410 Nm) of torque from the 2UZ-FE engine, a 4.7-liter V8 that guzzles on gas like there’s no tomorrow. The upside to this legendary but understated powerplant is the world-class reliability that you'd expect from Toyota.
During current ownership, the FJ55 received a replacement water pump, timing belt, alternator, valve cover gaskets, coil packs, and fluids. Currently showing 222,000 miles (357,274 kilometers), although true mileage is unknown, the old-school utility vehicle features a very durable four-speed automatic transmission connected to a two-speed transfer case.
Listed on Bring a Trailer with six days of bidding left at the time of writing, the FJ55 received its most recent service in 2020 when the axles and steering knuckles were overhauled. Equipped with three locking differentials and BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 rubber wrapped around steelies, the one-of-one SUV also rocks Delta radius arms, Toyota radius arm bushings, Tokico dampers, Old Man Emu coil springs, and RedHead power steering.
Just like the chassis, the fabric-trimmed front seats and leather-dressed shifter are sourced from an FJ80. The cabin further sweetens the deal with a heater, air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, and a black vinyl-covered rear bench seat. There are, however, two problems with the driver’s door and crank windows that need to be addressed as soon as possible. More to the point, the door lock needs to be re-keyed, and the windows need new seals.
Currently presented in blue and white and a dash of patina, the FJ55 is selling with a custom rear sleeping platform and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name. The restomodded SUV is currently going for $30,000 after two bids.
During current ownership, the FJ55 received a replacement water pump, timing belt, alternator, valve cover gaskets, coil packs, and fluids. Currently showing 222,000 miles (357,274 kilometers), although true mileage is unknown, the old-school utility vehicle features a very durable four-speed automatic transmission connected to a two-speed transfer case.
Listed on Bring a Trailer with six days of bidding left at the time of writing, the FJ55 received its most recent service in 2020 when the axles and steering knuckles were overhauled. Equipped with three locking differentials and BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 rubber wrapped around steelies, the one-of-one SUV also rocks Delta radius arms, Toyota radius arm bushings, Tokico dampers, Old Man Emu coil springs, and RedHead power steering.
Just like the chassis, the fabric-trimmed front seats and leather-dressed shifter are sourced from an FJ80. The cabin further sweetens the deal with a heater, air conditioning, Bluetooth connectivity, and a black vinyl-covered rear bench seat. There are, however, two problems with the driver’s door and crank windows that need to be addressed as soon as possible. More to the point, the door lock needs to be re-keyed, and the windows need new seals.
Currently presented in blue and white and a dash of patina, the FJ55 is selling with a custom rear sleeping platform and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name. The restomodded SUV is currently going for $30,000 after two bids.
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